Air Fryer Beef Jerky – The Easiest Homemade Jerky! 🥩🔥
This Air Fryer Beef Jerky is sweet, savory, and perfectly chewy—made with just 5 simple ingredients and ready in under 3 hours! No dehydrator needed—your air fryer does all the work. Great for snacking, hiking, or meal prep!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ No fancy equipment – Just an air fryer!
✔ Better than store-bought – No preservatives, full control over flavors.
✔ Customizable spice level – Make it mild or fiery.
✔ High-protein, low-carb – Perfect keto snack.
Ingredients
For the Jerky
- 1 lb thinly sliced beef (sirloin, flank, or top round, ¼-inch thick)
For the Marinade
- ½ cup Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup soy sauce (or coconut aminos for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp honey (or sugar-free syrup for keto)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp chili flakes (or 1 tsp smoked paprika for less heat)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Slice & Freeze the Beef (10 mins + 1 hour)
- Freeze beef for 1 hour first for easier slicing.
- Slice against the grain into ¼-inch strips.
2. Marinate Overnight (5 mins + 4-24 hours)
- Whisk all marinade ingredients.
- Soak beef strips in marinade at least 4 hours (best overnight).
3. Air Fry the Jerky (2.5 hours)
- Pat strips dry with paper towels.
- Air fry at 180°F (80°C) for 2.5 hours, flipping halfway. (No “air fry” setting? Use “dehydrate” or lowest temp.)
4. Cool & Store
- Let cool completely before storing in an airtight container (lasts 2 weeks).
Pro Tips
🔪 Ask your butcher to slice the meat for you.
🌶 Spice it up with extra chili flakes or cayenne.
🍯 Sticky variation – Brush with extra honey before air frying.
Nutritional Info (Per 1 oz)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 70 kcal |
| Protein | 9g |
| Fat | 3g |
| Carbs | 3g |
Final Thoughts
This Air Fryer Beef Jerky is crazy easy and addictive—way cheaper than store-bought!